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Automotive Industry Trends Every Shop Owner Should Know in 2026

Key automotive industry trends shaping 2026 ▶ Electric vehicle market growth — EV sales hit 1.6 million in 2024, but adoption remains uneven across states, with California, Washington, and Vermont leading the transition. ▶ AI

Amplify 2024: The #1 Virtual Auto Repair Conference

Amplify 2024, held on February 23rd, was a game-changing event that brought together the brightest minds and industry leaders in ...

Podcast Preview (Episode 33): Effective Management Strategies for Multi-Location Shop Owners (Part 1)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s flagship podcast, returns to cover a topic on the minds of many successful shop owners: ...

Only One Week Until the Auto Repair Industry’s #1 Virtual Conference

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s flagship podcast, returns with a preview of the auto repair industry’s #1 virtual conference. Amplify ...

6 Best Automotive Mechanic Books for Beginners

Self-taught automotive mechanics and beginners in the field are always looking for resources that can help them get started and ...

How Climate Change Can Impact Your Auto Repair Shop

Are you ready for another conversation about climate change? Table of Contents It’s a recurring topic in the automotive industry, ...

Podcast Preview (Episode 31): The Future of Auto Repair (Part 2)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s new podcast, returns with part two of an industry discussion on the future of auto ...

Podcast Preview (Episode 30): The Future of Auto Repair (Part 1)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s new podcast, returns with a comprehensive look ahead at the future of auto repair. The ...

How Auto Repair Scheduling Software Can Eliminate Overbooking

Imagine your auto repair shop is alive with activity – tools clinking, equipment humming. But in the middle of all ...

Podcast Preview (Episode 29): Strategies to Help Your Shop Hire and Retain (Part 2)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s flagship podcast, is back with part two of our discussion on hiring and retaining quality ...

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